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JQ-013 BOWCA (Quercus Macrocarpa) Traditional Cache

This cache has been archived.

Mongo: As there's been no cache to find for months, I'm archiving it to keep it from continually showing up in search lists, and to prevent it from blocking other cache placements. If you wish to repair/replace the cache sometime in the future, just contact us (by email), and assuming it meets the guidelines, we'll be happy to unarchive it.

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Hidden : 8/4/2014
Difficulty:
1.5 out of 5
Terrain:
1.5 out of 5

Size: Size:   regular (regular)

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Geocache Description:

Cache is a traditional painted ammo can, placed off the beaten path. Original cache contents include: Log book/pencils, first aid kit (not a trade item), whistle, waterproof match case, floating key holder, rain poncho, key chain, badge pin, playing cards and some smokey bear swag.

Beware of poison ivy, briars, nettles and all the other usual stuff you may encounter off trail in the Missouri Woods.

Conservation Area Information

Missouri is a state rich in history, folklore and natural resources. The Conservation Department encourages you to visit, use and enjoy this area and other Department areas.

Burr Oak Woods Conservation Area is in Jackson County, 20 miles east of downtown Kansas City. The area is composed of 1,071 acres of woodlands, glades, native grass and forb plantings, fields and ponds, and includes a scenic portion of Burr Oak Creek. Burr Oak Woods was purchased in 1977.

Land surrounding Burr Oak Woods Conservation Area belongs to private landowners. The boundaries adjoining private property are clearly marked. Please respect landowners’ rights with these simple courtesies: obtain permission before going on private property, pick up all litter and do not damage property.

Area hours: Area is open to vehicles from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily during Daylight Savings Time and from 7a.m. to 6 p.m. Central Standard Time. The area is closed Thanksgiving Day, the Friday following Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.

Nature Center Information

Nature Center hours:  The nature center is open from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays and Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The nature center will be closed Sundays and Mondays and closed Thanksgiving, the Friday following Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year Day.

PETS ARE NOT PERMITTED.

PLACED WITH PERMISSION FROM BURR OAK WOODS CONSERVATION AREA (SPECIAL USE PERMIT SUP#1)

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

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Decryption Key

A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M
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N|O|P|Q|R|S|T|U|V|W|X|Y|Z

(letter above equals below, and vice versa)